Definition

To discover or locate something once more after it has been lost or misplaced.

Example

After searching for hours, I was able to refind my lost keys under the couch.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I can't believe I lost my favorite book again.

That's frustrating! Have you tried to refind it in your room?

I guess I should look through my shelves one more time.

Definitely! It might just be hiding somewhere.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Refind → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "find" (from Old English "findan", meaning to discover or locate). The word "refind" means to discover or locate something again.

Memory Tip

Think of finding something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'find' means to discover.

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